Careers
Careers in Chicken Processing
We've been processing chicken in Scarborough for over 30 years. Whether you're looking for your first job or your next career move, this page is your starting point — job listings, certifications, training resources, and everything you need to get into Ontario's food processing industry.
What We Look For
You don't need a degree or industry experience. Here's what actually matters to us after 30 years of hiring.
Reliability
Show up on time, every shift. Production lines don't wait. This is the single most important thing we screen for.
Willingness to Learn
We train everyone from scratch — HACCP, GMP, equipment operation. All you need is the openness to learn how we do things here.
Communication
You'll work in a team. Being able to flag a problem, ask a question, or pass along instructions clearly keeps everyone safe and the line moving.
Physical Readiness
The work is physical — standing for long periods, working in cold environments (2-4C), lifting up to 25 kg. It's honest work, and your body adjusts.
Teamwork
A processing floor runs on coordination. Everyone from the line worker to the floor supervisor depends on each other. Individual heroes don't last here — teams do.
Food Safety Awareness
You'll learn HACCP on the job. But a basic understanding that food safety isn't optional — that hygiene and temperature control matter — goes a long way on day one.
Skills That Transfer Into This Industry
Already have experience in another field? Chances are your skills translate directly to food processing.
Restaurant or Kitchen Experience
You already understand food safety basics, hygiene standards, and working under time pressure. That's half the onboarding done.
Warehouse or Logistics Work
Familiarity with cold storage, inventory management, and forklift operation translates directly to our shipping and receiving roles.
Trades Background
Millwrights, electricians, and refrigeration techs are in high demand. If you've worked in any industrial maintenance environment, we need you.
Retail or Customer Service
Attention to detail, quality awareness, and the ability to follow procedures. QC and packaging roles value these skills highly.
Manufacturing or Assembly
If you've worked any production line — automotive, electronics, textiles — you understand pace, repetition, and quality standards. You'll adapt fast.
Military or First Responder
Discipline, composure under pressure, and following strict protocols. The processing floor rewards every one of those qualities.
Certifications and Training Resources
These aren't required to apply — but they'll give you a real edge and show you're serious about a career in food processing.
OMAFRA-Recognized Food Handler Training
The industry-standard food handler course recognized by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. Specifically designed for meat and poultry workers.
Learn more →Ontario Food Handler Certificate
Basic food safety certification required by many Ontario food businesses. Covers safe food handling, temperature control, and contamination prevention.
Get certified →HACCP Awareness Certificate
Learn the 7 HACCP principles that govern every federally inspected processing plant in Canada. Shows employers you understand the system before day one.
View courses →WHMIS Training
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System. Every Ontario employer must train workers, but having it done already means one less thing on onboarding day.
Free resources →Forklift Operator Certification
Opens up warehouse, shipping, and receiving roles. Required for operating any forklift or reach truck in Ontario. Weekend courses available across the GTA.
Find a provider →JHSC Certification (Workplace Safety)
Joint Health and Safety Committee certification. A direct path to leadership — JHSC-certified workers are eligible for supervisory roles and are valued by every employer.
Learn more →Skilled Trades Apprenticeship
Millwright (433A), Refrigeration Tech (313A), Industrial Electrician (442A) — all Red Seal trades in high demand at processing plants. Pre-apprenticeship programs are tuition-free.
Start here →More Opportunities in the Industry
Not finding the right fit with us? The food processing industry across Ontario is hiring. Here are the best places to look.
Job Bank Canada
Government job board with food processing listings across Ontario. Filter by NOC code 94141 or 95106.
Indeed Canada
Largest job board in Canada. Search "food processing" or "meat processing" filtered to Ontario.
Food Processing Skills Canada
Industry-specific career portal. Resources, training programs, and job listings in food and beverage manufacturing.
Chicken Farmers of Ontario
The provincial board for Ontario's chicken industry. Information on the sector, producers, and supply chain careers.
Ontario Employment Services
Provincial employment resources including job matching, training grants, and the Second Career program for career changers.
Learn More About the Industry
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